Overview

How to backup your database by creating or updating NFO files, or delete them

Backup your Database to NFO

As of v 6.0.0 My Films supports NFO files. The NFO file format follows the XBMC format / standard, but extends it to hold all MyFilms movie related info.

Warning: Make sure the device(s) e.g. server/NAS/USB drives etc are 'online' so you can write NFO files to your movie folder(s). You cannot use NFO backup with DVDs or Blu-rays since you cannot write to the disc. You must first rip these to a movie folder on your HDD or device that contains your movie files.

If you wish to backup your AMC database to NFO files:

Steps

1. Operation = Update NFO File
2. NFO File Handling - select MyFilms.nfo, Movie Name, or Both
3. Don't overwrite existing - to add only NFO files if they are missing
4. Parameters - as for any other AMCU Update operation add conditions if you wish to add/update NFO files for only selected films
5. Update All Records - enable to backup your whole database or catalog to NFO files

Delete NFO Files

Select Operation = Delete NFO files if you wish to clean up your hard drive and remove  NFO files for all or selected films.

Use the same steps as Update NFO FIles, however 'Don't overwrite existing' option will not display.

Related

• Update Movies Tab